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The death at 70 of Ennis’ Kerry Porter, a retired teacher and musician who also operated the popular Facebook page “You know you’re from Ennis….”, has shocked and saddened many.

According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the U.S., behind only skin cancers.

Lasey Benner, 30, Ennis. Driving while intoxicated. Booked on 09/28/2021 by Ennis PD.

During the mild cool-down known as the fall, Ennis is once again hosting the crowd-pleasing Autumn Daze.

In what The Texas Tribune referred to as a contentious runoff between Conservative Republicans, Brian Harrison upset John Wray for the unexpired term for the District-10 seat in the House.

Minnie McDowal Park, at the corner of Dallas and Knox streets, holds a special place in the hearts of local residents. For over 60 years the location was home to the city’s only indoor movie house, the Plaza Theatre, later known as the Tara.

Ennis Chamber of Commerce staff and board members wished retiring President Jeannette Patak (center) well at the gathering held at Alma Smokehouse BBQ on Tuesday, September 21. Courtesy Photo

At Ennis ISD, we think the school experience shouldn’t just be about things like language, math, science, and art. We feel that school should also be about teaching things that are just as important like character and leadership.

Tuesday, Sept. 28, is election day for the special runoff to fill the open seat in the Texas House District (HD) 10, with two Conservative Republicans in the race, John Wray - of Waxahachie, and Brian Harrison – of Midlothian.